Streaking | Snapper 5900683, 5900709, 5900734 guide

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems

Problem	Cause		Remedy
Streaking.	1.	Blades are not sharp.	1.	Sharpen your blades.
	2.	Blades are worn down to far.	2.	Replace your blades.
	3.	Engine speed is too slow.	3.	Always mow at full throttle.
	4.	Ground speed is too fast.	4.	Slow down.
	5.	Deck is plugged with grass	5.	Clean out the mower.
	6.	Not overlapping cutting rows	6.	Overlap your cutting rows.
		enough.
	7.	Not overlapping enough when	7.	When turning your effective cutting width
		turning.		decreases–overlap more when turning.
Scalping.	1.	Lawn is uneven or bumpy.	1.	Roll or level the lawn.
	2.	Mower deck cutting height is	2.	Raise the cutting height.
		set too low.
	3.	Ground speed is too fast.	3.	Slow down.
	4.	Deck is not leveled correctly.	4.	Correctly level the deck.
	5.	Tire pressure is low or uneven	5.	Check and inflate the tires.
Stepped Cutting.	1.	Deck is not leveled correctly.	1.	Level the deck correctly.
	2.	Tires are not properly inflated.	2.	Check and inflate the tires.
	3.	Blades are damaged.	3.	Replace the blades.
	4.	Deck shell is damaged.	4.	Repair or replace the deck.
	5.	Mower spindle is bent or loose.	5.	Repair or replace the spindle.
	6.	Blades are installed incorrectly.	6.	Reinstall the blades correctly.

Uneven Cutting.	1.	Deck is not leveled correctly.	1.	Level the deck correctly.
	2.	Blades are dull or worn.	2.	Sharpen or replace the blades.
	3.	Blades are damaged.	3.	Replace the blades.
	4.	Deck is clogged with grass	4.	Clean out the deck.
		clippings.
	5.	Deck shell is damaged.	5.	Repair or replace the deck.
	6.	Mower spindle is bent or loose.	6.	Repair or replace the spindle.
	7.	Blades are installed incorrectly.	7.	Reinstall the blades correctly.
	8.	Tires are not properly inflated.	8.	Check and inflate the tires.
Stingers.	1.	Blades are not sharp or nicked.	1.	Sharpen your blades.
	2.	Blades are worn down too far.	2.	Replace your blades.
	3.	Engine speed is too slow.	3.	Always mow at full throttle.
	4.	Ground speed is too fast.	4.	Slow down.
	5.	Deck is plugged with grass.	5.	Clean out the mower.

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Contents

Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group DescriptionModel Number North Main Street Date Purchased Table of Contents Operator Safety Operator SafetyOperating Safety Read the Manual Moving Parts Slope OperationThrown Objects Enclosed Areas Fuel and MaintenanceRetaining WALLS, DROP-OFFS, and Water Training PreparationOperation Or warnings which must be followed Towed Equipment RIDE-ON Units EmissionsIgnition System Gasoline Models Periods of exposure Safe Handling of Gasoline Service and MaintenanceMaintenance and Storage Safety Decals Safety Interlock System Operational Safety ChecksSafety Icons North American Safety Icons Identification Numbers Features and ControlsFeatures and Controls Seat Adjustment Lever Ignition SwitchControl Functions Ground Speed Control Levers Features & Controls General Operating Safety OperationOperation Checks Before Starting Tire Pressure Seat AdjustmentCheck Tire Pressures To adjust pedal position Mowing Height AdjustmentFoot Pedal Adjustment Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to Starting the EngineStopping the Rider Pushing the Rider By Hand Forward Reverse Travel Zero Turn Driving PracticeForward Travel Practice Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In PlaceExecuting an End-Of-Row Zero Turn Executing Turns Mowing Mowing RecommendationsHeight of Grass Tall Grass Requires Incremental Cutting Mowing Methods Attaching a Trailer Proper MulchingMulching Requires Excellent Mowing Conditions Engine Speed & Ground Speed for Mulching Regular Maintenance Regular MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule Safety Items Before Every Spring Engine Maintenance Checking / Adding FuelFuel Filter Change Oil & Filter Lubrication GreaseOil Lubricating the Front Casters Transmission Oil Filter Change Change Interval Every 200 Hours Replacement Filter NumberCheck / Fill Transmission Oil Never weld or straighten bent mower blades Servicing The Mower BladesInspecting the Mower Blades Reinstalling the Mower Blades Balancing the Mower Blade Nail Neutral Adjustment Ground Speed Control Lever AdjustmentSpeed Balancing Adjustment Parking Brake Adjustment 375 0,95 cm Return-to-Neutral Adjustment Return-to-Neutral Adjustment Jam Nuts Neutral Return Rod Deck Rod Timing Adjustment Deck Leveling AdjustmentAdjustment is required continue with Step Mower deck At this time Mower Belt Replacement 36 Deck ModelsTo avoid damaging belts, do not PRY Belts Over Pulleys Blade Alignment 36 Models Mower Belt Replacement 48 Deck Models Mower PTO Belt Idler Arm Stationary Idler Pulley Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement Use extreme caution when removing this spring Battery Maintenance Battery Compartment Battery Service Checking Battery VoltageCharging a Completely Discharged Battery Jump Starting With Auxiliary Booster Battery Make Certain Vehicles do not Touch Storage Starting After Long Term StorageTemporary Storage 30 Days Or Less Long Term Storage Longer Than 30 Days Troubleshooting TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting the Rider Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Common Cutting Problems Streaking Specifications DimensionsEngine Chassis Line IndentificationSlope Surface Vertical a with Edge this Align Ferris Limited Warranty Product Specifications Common Service PartsHP Kawasaki Tractor